For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public middle schools serving 5,295 students in 85209, AZ.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85209, AZ are Desert Ridge High School, Noah Webster Schools- Mesa and Desert Ridge Jr. High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 85209 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Arizona public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 40% statewide average). Middle schools in 85209, AZ have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Arizona public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle school average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Best 85209, AZ Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Desert Ridge High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10045 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 984-8947
Gr: 8-12 | 2,103 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Noah Webster Schools- Mesa
Charter School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7301 E Baseline Rd
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Gr: K-8 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Desert Ridge Jr. High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10211 E Madero Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2025
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 635-2025
Gr: 7-8 | 925 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
State Online School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215, Ste 2
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Gr: K-12 | 839 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Virtual School Of Arizona
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 4% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 S Power Rd Ste 215
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Mesa, AZ 85209
(602) 641-8254
Gr: K-12 | 849 students Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
10222 E Southern Ave
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 472-9650
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 472-9650
Gr: 7-12 | 54 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
85209, Arizona Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
7301 E. Baseline Road
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Mesa, AZ 85209
(480) 986-2335
Gr: K-6 | 1,205 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 85209, AZ?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 85209, AZ include Desert Ridge High School, Noah Webster Schools- Mesa and Desert Ridge Jr. High School.
How many public middle schools are located in 85209?
6 public middle schools are located in 85209.
What is the racial composition of students in 85209?
85209 public middle schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Arizona public middle schools average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
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